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The Tokyo Game Show 2018

Editorial Team

It’s that time of the year again, when we push through the crowds under humid weather, and make our way to Makuhari Messe in Chiba Prefecture, on our way to the Tokyo Game Show 2018. The event is expected to be even larger this year, with 668 companies and organizations (609 last year) showing off a total of 1,568 game titles from across 41 different countries and regions. Plus, the Japan e-Sports Union (JeSU) was established just this past Spring, marking the Tokyo Game Show 2018 the first time e-Sports will be holding professional competitions.

Tokyo Game Show 2018

One of the most anticipated titles being presented in the main hall was Square Enix’s Kingdom Hearts III. It has been 13 years since the Square Enix / Disney cross-over RPG had a full sequel, after multiple remakes, prologues, and side stories. Set for release in January 2019, Kingdom Hearts III will feature returning worlds such as Olympus from Hercules and the Caribbean from Pirates of the Caribbean, new stories from Big Hero 8 and Toy Story, and a completely new, original world that has not yet been disclosed. Visitors at TGS 2018 were able to learn more at the Square Enix booth, as well as play the demo at the PlayStation area.

Tokyo Game Show 2018

Tokyo Game Show 2018

Tokyo Game Show 2018

Also, Capcom was a big hit at the Tokyo Game Show 2018 with their presentation of Devil May Cry 5. The last we saw Dante battling demons was ten years ago, when the PS3 was still fresh on the shelf and trophy support was on its way. We did get a reboot/prequel called DmC: Devil May Cry in 2013, and while the game was critically successful, fans weren’t too happy with the changes. The long-awaited Devil May Cry 5 had playable demos at the PlayStation area as well as the Capcom booth, with a scheduled retail release on January 25.

Tokyo Game Show 2018

Tokyo Game Show 2018

And speaking of Capcom, this year marks the 30th Anniversary of the Mega Man (Rockman in Japanese) series. Not only were there playable demos for Mega Man 11 scheduled for release next month, but a museum dedicated to the platforming, shooting robot, complete with commemorative coins, figures, stamps, illustrations, and soundtracks, while also showcasing the game’s history.

Tokyo Game Show 2018

Tokyo Game Show 2018

Finally, Bandai-Namco had several titles on display – the most notable being God Eater 3, a game which made its debut on the PSP back in 2010. The God Eater series, which features battles against huge monsters known as Aragami, may not be huge sellers overseas, but are smash hits here in Japan. God Eater 3 is set for release in Japan on December 13, though no world-wide launch date has yet been decided.

Tokyo Game Show 2018

Virtual Reality is still a hot item here in Japan. The Japanese company JPPVR had a booth that was at least eight times larger than last year, showcasing VR games with sleek, cool looking vehicles to ride, creating a 4D experience. They ranged from motorcycles and racing cars that looked like something out of Tron, a Gatling gun on the top of a starship, and a bicycle for traversing across the top of skyscrapers.

Tokyo Game Show 2018

Tokyo Game Show 2018

Sony, meanwhile, still continues to promote their PSVR, with visitors trying out Everybody’s Golf VR, and the platforming Astro Bot Rescue Mission scheduled for release on October 2.

Tokyo Game Show 2018

Overall, the Tokyo Game Show 2018 had some delightful surprises and some unique – and hilarious – Indie games. I was glad to see that VR is still going strong, with more titles to look forward to on the PSVR.

Tokyo Game Show 2018

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written by Damon Finos

PlayStation Plus Free Games November 2017

Editorial Team

Since the first day of the month fell on a Wednesday, Sony only now revealed their next line-up for PlayStation Plus Free Games November 2017 – available for download on Tuesday the 7th.

For the PlayStation 4, there’s Worms Battlegrounds, the 2D turn-based tactical game where teams of worms use a range of artillery to wipe each other out. And Bound, an artistic platformer where a princess uses her dance skills to ward off enemies while moving through a dreamlike world.

On the PlayStation 3, there’s R-Type Dimensions, a compilation of the fast-paced side-scrolling shoot ’em ups R-Type and R-Type II, originally released in the 1980’s. And Rag Doll Kung Fu: Fists of Plastic, a 2D fighting game originally released in April 2009 on the PSN, using puppet-like characters battling in the style of PlayStation All-Stars Battle Royale.

And on the PlayStation Vita, there’s Dungeon Punks, a beat ’em up with RPG elements in the style of the classic Golden Axe series, but with tag-team action. Dungeon Punks is a cross-plat with the PS4. And, the first two Episodes of Broken Sword 5: The Serpent’s Curse, a point-and-click adventure and part of the Broken Sword series, where George and Nico’s adventure begins with a painting that had been stolen long ago.

Also, as an added bonus, PlayStation Plus members will be able to download the on-rails shooter horror Until Dawn: Rush of Blood for the PlayStation VR. Until Dawn: Rush of Blood will continue to be a free download until January 2, 2018.

Among the freebies this month, Worms Battlegrounds, Bound, and Dungeon Punks have Platinum trophies to unlock, as well as Until Dawn: Rush of Blood.

Of these, Worms Battlegrounds is arguably the easiest Platinum which can be obtained in under 15 hours, though does include 9 online trophies. Also, Dungeon Punks is quite doable in under 30 hours, depending on skills. However, both Bound and Until Dawn: Rush of Blood have a few challenging trophies that might get in the way of the Platinum.

Also, since Broken Sword 5: The Serpent’s Curse is a point-and-click, unlocking 100% of the trophies is easy if following a guide. And getting 100% in R-Type Dimensions is not particularly hard, especially if your shooter skills are up to par.

Tokyo Game Show 2017 Is Coming!

Editorial Team

The annual Tokyo Game Show 2017 is only a week away. And according to the Computer Entertainment Supplier’s Association (CESA) this year’s event is expected to be even bigger than last year, with more exhibiting companies attending to show off even more games than ever before. Here are a few things we can expect:

Square Enix will be featuring playable demos for their upcoming Dissidia Final Fantasy NT, Psycho Break 2, Itadaki Street: Dragon Quest & Final Fantasy 30th Anniversary, and the online expansion pack Comrades for Final Fantasy XV. They will also be staging an event to show off their upcoming Seiken Densetsu 2: Secret of Mana, Dragon Quest X Online for the PS4 and Switch, Lost Sphear, and Project Octopath Traveler.

Capcom will be hosting playable demos for Dead Rising 4: Frank’s Big Package, Marvel vs. Capcom: Infinite, Monster Hunter Stories Ver. 1.2 Renewal Edition, and Monster Hunter: World.

Tokyo Game Show 2017

D3 Publisher will also be making an appearance, with playable demos for Earth Defense Force 5, Earth Defence Force 4.1: Wingdiver The Shooter, Bullet Girls Phantasia, and their PSVR title Happy Manager.

As for the Indie Game areas, a few notable mentions include the Japanese developer Gugenka, which has several VR titles as Alarm Clock VR! Eromanga Sensei, Parallel VR Live, and Dive!! VR Lesson. And KLab, a Japanese mobile game maker will have their largest booth yet, and featuring their flagship title Captain Tsubasa – Tatakae Dream Team – and Utano Princesama Shining Live. A long title for a popular game.

Tokyo Game Show 2017

This year’s Tokyo Game Show begins on Thursday, September 21, and runs until Sunday, September 24. Stay tuned for more information from us at Trophy Hunter, including pictures and videos, when we cover the event next week.

Korean Horror Game Being Released Overseas

Editorial Team

PQube Games, the UK publisher and distributor of many Asian titles, recently announced that the famed Korean horror game, White Day: A Labyrinth Named School, will be getting a Western release for the PlayStation 4. The game will be available in North America on August 1 this year, and August 4 in Europe.

 

 

Originally developed by Sonnori in 2001, White Day: A Labyrinth Named School was remaded by ROI Games and Sachyon Soft in 2015. The game is a first-person survival horror in which the protagonist, a high school boy named Lee Hui-min, finds himself trapped in school overnight with his classmates.

 

“When a romantic gesture takes a wrong turn, you find yourself trapped inside a school at night,” stated PQube Games. “Survive encounters with horrifying ghosts, evade a murdering janitor and race against the clock to solve puzzles and save your fellow students.”

 

“With tense survival horror gameplay and bone-chilling scares, White Day: A Labyrinth Named School is widely considered one of the scariest games ever made. This survival horror classic is being completely remade for current get hardware with expanded gameplay features and new storylines to please and terrify both grizzled veterans and new scaredy-cats alike.”

 

In other news, ROI Games stated they are also currenly developing a prequel to White Day: A Labyrinth Named School, which will be titled White Day: Swan Song, for the PlayStation VR.

Summer Lesson and Gundam Breaker 3 Getting English Releases

Editorial Team

While there’s still no word on either games receiving a Western release, Bandai Namco did announce that their titles Summer Lesson VR and Gundam Breaker 3 will be released in Singapore, both with English support, on April 27 and May 2 respectively.

summer lesson

Summer Lesson, a game designed for the PlayStation VR where players play the role of a tutor assisting a high school student with her studies, will also be available as a Bundle Edition with English support titled Summer Lesson: Miyamoto Hikari. This includes the Second Feel and Day Out DLC, providing different outfits as well as new situations in the game. The main game of Summer Lesson includes 15 trophies with no platinum, and an additional 10 trophies for each of the two DLC packs, bringing the total to 35.

 

Gundam Breaker 3 will also have its own Bundle Edition with full English support, titled Gundam Breaker 3 Break Edition, which includes the main game as well as all six of the DLC packs, available for both the PlayStation 4 and PlayStation Vita. The base game has 41 trophies including the platinum, and three trophies for each of its DLC packs.